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Dharmendra dies at 89- Golden Words, Evergreen Charm: Timeless dialogues of Dharmendra that are still ruling the hearts of fans

Dharmendra, also known as the ‘He-Man of Bollywood’, was one of the most handsome and talented actors of Indian cinema. The actor was earlier hospitalised due to health issues, and today, on Monday, 24th November 2025, he has now passed away.

Legendary dialogues of Dharmendra
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Legendary dialogues of Dharmendra

Dharmendra is regarded as one of the most influential icons in Bollywood, who gained significant popularity and rose to stardom over the decades while showcasing his remarkable performance and legacy to the whole nation. Let's recall some of his legendary dialogues that he has given to Bollywood and the generation that is still ruling over the hearts of the fans.

Phool aur Pathhar
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Phool aur Pathhar

“Jo Darr Gaya, Samjho Mar Gaya”

The famous dialogue is from the movie Phool aur Pathhar, in which Dharmendra played the role of Shakti Singh, who is a ruthless criminal and gangster whose life changes after he protects a widowed lady.

Loafer
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Loafer

“Na main girta hoon, na mujhe koi gira sakta hai, main insaan hoon, patthar nahi”

This well-known dialogue is from the movie Loafer, in which Dharmendra played the role of Ranjit, who is a charismatic and, at the same time, lazy yet smart thief involved in a criminal gang.

Dharam Veer
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Dharam Veer

“Mard banne ke liye shareer nahi himmat chahiye”

An outstanding dialogue of Dharmendra from the movie, Dharam Veer, in which the actor played the role of Prince Dharam, who is a fearless and justice-driven warrior. He showcased a strong bond of brotherhood with his twin brother, Veer, who had been separated from the time of birth.

Anpadh
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Anpadh

“Bada aadmi vo nahi jiske paas paisa ho, Bada aadmi woh hota hai jiske paas dil ho”

Dharmendra played the role of a character named Deepak, who is a highly educated man. He gets married to Lajwanti, Lajjo, played by Mala Sinha. But he and his family were shocked by the fact that Lajjo is illiterate and doesn't know how to take household responsibilities.

Yakeen
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Yakeen

“Hum dosti mein baat karte hain, dushmani mein nahi”

In the movie Yakeen, Dharmendra plays a dual role, one of Rajesh, who is a scientist working on a secret project, and another one is Garson, who is a ruthless criminal. The dialogue portrays loyalty and support in friendship.

Dreamgirl
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Dreamgirl

“Dil bhi hai, dard bhi hai, aur dono ke beech main hoon”

This golden dialogue was said by Dharmendra in the movie Dreamgirl. The actor played the role of Anup, who is an eligible and rich man who is unaware of Sapna's false personality as she switches her character to support an orphanage.

Sholay
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Sholay

“Is story mein emotion hai, drama hai, tragedy hai”

The most legendary dialogue of Dharmendra is from the movie Sholay, in which the actor played the role of Veeru, along with his partner, Jai, played by Amitabh Bachchan, who were hired by Thakur Baldev Singh, a retired policeman, to bring down the notorious bandit Gabbar Singh, who is creating panic in the village of Ramgarh.

Sharafat
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Sharafat

“Hum shareef kya hue, puri duniya hi badmash ban gayi”

The iconic dialogue is from the movie Sharafat. Dharmendra played the role of Rajesh, who is a college lecturer. He then falls in love with the dancer named Chandni, played by Hema Malini.